Counselor's Corner
Safe Spaces, Strong Connections, & Brighter days
Dear Families,
November is a wonderful time to reflect on gratitude and kindness! This month in our counseling lessons, students will explore what it means to be a kind and respectful neighbor, friend, and peer while learning meaningful ways to show appreciation and support those in need. Throughout our discussions, we will highlight how small acts of kindness—such as sharing, including others, and offering compliments—can make a powerful, positive impact on our school community.
Wishing you and your family a joyful and peaceful November filled with gratitude!
♥ LVE School Counselors
Supporting Our Lions 💖🦁
Our generous community partner donate essential food pantry items to help ensure our school families have access to the resources they need to stay nourished and supported.
We are grateful to partner with such caring and dedicated individuals who share our commitment to supporting our Lions! We look forward to continuing this meaningful partnership throughout the school year.
We’re Here to Help! ❤️
If your family could benefit from additional food assistance, please reach out to our school counselors. We are happy to share information about available food pantry items and community resources in a confidential, caring, and supportive manner. No family should have to navigate these challenges alone!
Growing Our Gratitude: The Thankful Heart
Core Focus Area: Kinder-2nd Grade
What is Gratitude?
Explaining gratitude as "a warm, happy feeling in your heart when you notice the good things around you and say thank you."
Helping children notice good things using their five senses (e.g., tasting a yummy snack, feeling a warm hug, hearing a fun song).
Everyday Thankfulness
Helping students see that gratitude isn't just for big presents—it's also for small, everyday moments (like playing at recess or a friendly smile).
Recognizing the helpers, friends, and family members who show care and kindness.
What is Mindfulness? (And Why Do it?)
Mindfulness means tuning into what is happening right now—inside your mind, inside your body, and in the world around you—with curiosity and kindness.
Explaining the role of the Amygdala (the brain's alarm system) and the Prefrontal Cortex (the brain's wise supervisor). Mindfulness helps us pause so the wise supervisor stays in charge instead of the alarm system taking over.
Everyday Mindfulness in Action
Mindful vs. Mind Full: Differentiating between being distracted/overwhelmed by thoughts of the past or future versus paying clear attention to the present moment.
Spotting Mindful Moments: Identifying everyday situations where mindfulness helps (e.g., before taking a big test, during a noisy lunchroom period, or when feeling frustrated during sports/games).
5th Grade Guidance Lesson: Preparing for Middle School
Students will:
1. Learn about different middle school programs and course options.
2. Understand the transition from elementary to middle school.
3. Explore strategies from making informed choices and setting goals.
4. Practice SEL skills to manage excitement and stress around change.
November 2026
Tuesday, 11/ 3: Election Day
Wednesday, 11/ 11: Veteran's Day
Thursday, 11/ 12: Middle School Transition Night-5:30-7:30 pm
Friday, 11/ 13: Parent Cafecito with the counselors ☕🚦
World Kindness Day- LVE Cardigan Day
Monday, November 23-Friday, November 27: Thanksgiving Holiday Break 🦃🍗
NISD Threads
HOW TO GET ACCESS: NISD students who need clothes can ask their school counselor for a referral to Northside Threads. Parents of enrolled NISD students can also call their child’s school and ask the counselor for a referral to Northside Threads. A referral is required to get clothes.
¿CÓMO OBTENER ACCESO?: Los estudiantes de NISD que necesiten ropa pueden pedirle a su consejero escolar que los remita a Northside Threads. Los padres de estudiantes matriculados en NISD también pueden llamar a la escuela de su hijo/a y pedirle al consejero que los remita a Northside Threads. Se requiere una remisión para obtener ropa.
Does your child need a backpack or school supplies?
Contact your school counselor today!
Backpacks and school supplies help students get ready for the school day. Having the right things makes learning easier and helps students stay prepared and organized.
Texas Grandparents Raising Grandchildren
This service is open to Northside Grandparents who are Raising Grandchildren. Come for some of these services or all of the services. Our program is here to serve you at no cost.
